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India's Krishnaveni, Sonu Kumar bag gold in judo at Special Olympics

Abu Dhabi (UAE), Mar 17 (ANI): Krishnaveni and Sonu Kumar from India won gold medal in judo event in women and men categories respectively at Special Olympics World Summer Games 2019 in Abu Dhabi. Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 is considered as the largest sports and humanitarian event in the world. This is India's 9th participation at the Special Olympics World Summer Games. Krishnaveni's coach Archana said, "She was practicing daily and now she is a gold medalist."

Indian athletes reach Abu Dhabi to participate in Special Olympics World Games 2019

Abu Dhabi (UAE), Mar 16 (ANI): Athletes from India reached Abu Dhabi to participate in Special Olympics World Games 2019. Over 7000 athletes will compete in 24 sports at the Special Olympics in Abu Dhabi. Special Olympics will host more than 170 countries this year. An athlete, Aparimita Singh is representing India in the 100m and 200 m races at the Special Olympics. Talking to ANI she said, "I have been practicing for a long time that si why I have reached here." The game saw a spell-bounding opening ceremony in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.

15-day cricket coaching camp for girls conclude in Leh

Leh (JandK), Mar 15 (ANI): Under Khelo India 'Sports for Peace and development', a 15-day basic cricket coaching camp, which was organised for girls in Jammu-Kashmir's Leh has finally concluded. The camp was organsied by the District Administration through District Youth Services and Sports Department, Leh. About 30 girls participated in the coaching camp and to mark the conclusion of the camp, an exhibition match was played among girls. They were divided into two teams, Blue Team and Yellow Team, while the match was won by the Blue Team by 3 wickets. This 15 days coaching camp for the budding girls has been proven successful and hoped that Leh will soon be able to produce a good women cricket team.

No team to go as favourites in World Cup: Virat Kohli

New Delhi, Mar 14 (ANI): While addressing press conference in New Delhi after losing series against Australia by 3-2, Indian skipper Virat Kohli said, "I don't think any one team starts as favourites in the World Cup. West Indies, England, New Zealand look strong, we are strong, now even Australia look balanced and Pakistan can defeat anyone on their day. So, very important to understand what mindset you take to the World Cup." The series against Australia was India's last before World Cup 2019.

Unfair to compare Rishabh Pant, MS Dhoni: Bowling coach Bharat Arun

New Delhi, Mar 12 (ANI): Team India bowling coach said that comparing the performance of Rishabh Pant and MS Dhoni would be unfair. Speaking to media he said, "It is very unfair to compare Rishabh Pant and Dhoni at this particular moment. Dhoni is huge, he is a legend. He has worked behind the stumps and is exemplary. When Virat needs somebody to talk to, he is a huge influence on team at that point of time." India is ready to take on Australia in the five-match ODI series on Wednesday, March 13 at Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium in New Delhi. Australia has leveled the five-match ODI series against India at 2-2 on March 10. World Cup 2019 is scheduled to start from May 30.

Virat Kohli is terrific leader but MS Dhoni helps him when pressure is on: Shane Warne

New Delhi, Mar 12 (ANI): Former Australian cricketer Shane Warne on Tuesday said, "Virat Kohli is a terrific leader but several time we can have experience of MS Dhoni to help Virat when pressure is on. It's easy to captain a side when things are going well but when it's tough you need experience like you saw in MS Dhoni. MS Dhoni is a great player. He can bat anywhere whatever the team needs. He is adaptable and anyone criticizing him has no idea what they're talking about. India need him in World Cup, they need his experience and leadership skills on field to help Virat Kohli as well."

Defeat shows us area to improve before World Cup: Bowling coach Bharat Arun

New Delhi, Mar 12 (ANI): India has been practicing to take on Australia in the five-match ODI series on Wednesday, March 13 at Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium in New Delhi. Speaking to the media, team India bowling coach Bharat Arun said, "If you look at our success record it is more than 75 per cent. I think that is a huge success record for a team. Things like the last game do happen. I am happy that it happened now because it shows us area where we can improve before a big tournament like the world cup." Australia has leveled the five-match ODI series against India at 2-2 on March 10. World Cup 2019 is scheduled to start from May 30.

Australian High Commission hosts special evening for Australian cricket team

New Delhi, Mar 12 (ANI): Australian High Commission in India hosted a special evening for Australian cricket team in New Delhi today. The team enjoyed the evening accompanied by Captain Aaron Finch. Australian High Commissioner to India Harinder Kaur Sidhu was also gifted a personalised team jersey by Australian team. Australia recently won the 4th ODI against India levelling the series 2-2.

Virat Kohli needs MS Dhoni by his side: Bishan Singh Bedi

New Delhi, Mar 12 (ANI):Former Indian cricket captain Bishan Singh Bedi questioned decision of putting out MS Dhoni on rest for last two ODIs and said, "The is no spring chicken either but the team needs him. He is a very calming influence on the ground. The captain needs him by his side, he is visibly rough without him. It is not a good sign". India despite putting a good score on the board lost the 4th ODI against Australia.

'Young bloke' Rishabh Pant can't be compared with Dhoni: Shikhar Dhawan

Mohali (Chandigarh), Mar 11 (ANI): Reacting to Rishabh Pant missing the crucial catch of Australian batsman Ashton Turner who went on to take his side to the winning line, Shikhar Dhawan said that the wicketkeeper-batsman was a young bloke and thus cannot be compared to the experienced M.S. Dhoni. Speaking on the loss, Dhawan said that his side started well by putting a total of 358 runs in which the opener contributed 143 runs; however, Turner snatched the match from India. Dhawan added that winning and losing is part of the game.

Ind vs Aus: Fans hopeful of India's win in 4th ODI

Mohali (Punjab), Mar 10 (ANI): The 4th ODI match between India and Australia is going to be played today Punjab Cricket Association Inderjit Singh Bindra Stadium. The Indian team, led by Captain Virat Kohli, is leading the series with 2-1. The former Indian skipper MS Dhoni will not be in action for the last two ODI's of series, including the Mohali match and this has disappointed many of his fans. Fans seem to be very excited about the match and have full faith in the Indian players that they will make India win proudly. A cricket fan said, "I am a big fan of Virat Kohli and I hope that he makes a century and makes India win". Another fan from UP said, "Rohit Sharma will score 200 again as he scored in the last match, India will definitely win."

Ind vs Aus: Teams arrive in Chandigarh for 4th ODI

Chandigarh, Mar 04 (ANI): Players of Indian and Australian cricket teams arrived in Chandigarh ahead of match with Australia ahead of 4th ODI. The fourth ODI match between India and Australia will be played at Mohali Cricket Stadium on Sunday. India is leading the five match ODI series with 2-1.

Dhoni rested for remaining two ODIs: Batting Coach Sanjay Bangar

Ranchi (Jharkhand), Mar 09 (ANI): Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been rested for the remaining two ODI matches against Australia, batting coach Sanjay Bangar informed media in Ranchi post the match conference. Rishab Pant will get behind the wickets in Dhoni's absence. Speaking on India losing the third ODI against Australia, Bangar praised the batting of the opposite side while also expressing disappointment over lack of dew on the pitch.

Ind vs Aus: Indian cricket team sweat it out ahead of 3rd ODI

New Delhi, Mar 07 (ANI): Speaking on the grenade blast at a bus stand in Jammu, where one died and injured over 25 people, Minister of State for Defence Subhash Bhamre said, "Local investigation has been initiated into the incident. We will get the details, we are proud of our forces. The government has already given complete liberty to the forces to take all necessary steps and that is being done. Terrorists are on the run and I'm sure forces will take care of all these."

Smriti Mandhana expresses confidence in India's pace bowling attack

Guwahati (Assam), Mar 06 (ANI): India will take on England in the second T20 match at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on March 07, 2019. In the recent interview, while addressing to media, Indian women's cricket team skipper Smriti Mandhana praised her cricket team and said, "We have really good pace bowlers coming in. You won't get someone like Jhulan Goswami because she has so much of experience. It is wrong to expect a pace bowler like Jhulan in the second match and delivering the same thing because she is one of her kind. I played the Presidents-XI match as well. Even I used to feel like seeing the pace bowlers, they did a brilliant job. We got 4/5 wickets in first 10 overs and those were all pace bowlers. There is a depth and you have to give enough chances to be a match winner for India." Talking about the first inning, she added, "The first wicket was really good to bat on. If the wickets change in the second inning then we would think as a team that the decision was wrong

Nagpur ODI: Team India takes 2-0 lead against Australia

Nagpur (Maharashtra), Mar 06 (ANI): The Indian cricket team reached the target of 250 in 48.2 overs to take a 2-0 lead in the five-match ODI series against Australia. Virat Kohli's 40th one-day International century and Vijay Shankar;s two-wicket haul in the dead over tilted the match in India's favour. This match was held at Nagpur yesterday. While addressing the post match press conference, Vijay Shankar said, "When you are represent your country; It is an opportunity for you to win the match for the country. That preparation that in did after the 40th over helped me to stay really calm. I was not under any pressure." With this win india has registered the 500th ODI victory.

Not in ICC's Domain to boycott any country: BCCI Secretary

Mumbai, Mar 04 (ANI): BCCI Secretary Amitabh Choudhary stated that it's not within domain of ICC to make a comment or be able to take a decision on boycotting any country emanating terror. He said, "It's not within domain of ICC to be able to take a decision. It has agreed to address issues related to security of players and fans."

Ind vs Aus: Indian cricket team sweat it out ahead of match

Nagpur (Maharashtra), Mar 04 (ANI): Players of Indian cricket team were seen practicing ahead of match with Australia on Monday. The second ODI match between India and Australia is to be played at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur on Tuesday. India is leading the five match ODI series with 1-0.

Indian and Australian cricket teams arrive in Nagpur ahead of second ODI

Nagpur (Maharashtra) Mar 03 (ANI): The Indian and Australian teams arrived in Nagpur for upcoming second ODI match which is going to be held at Vidarbha Cricket Association stadium in Nagpur on Tuesday, March 5. India kicked off the five matches ODI series against Australia with a six wicket win in Hyderabad on Saturday.

Facebook working to roll out its own 'stablecoin': Report

New Delhi, Mar 03 (ANI): In an era where digital currencies are fast evolving, Facebook is also looking at hopping on the wagon and bring out its own exclusive cryptocurrency. As The New York Times reports, internet companies including Facebook, Telegram, and Signal are planning to roll out new cryptocurrencies over the next year that will allow one to send money to contacts through their messaging platforms. Facebook's project is the most anticipated as it is working on a coin that users of WhatsApp could send to friends and family instantly, similar to how Paypal works; crossing international borders for money transfers. Sources told the publication that Facebook has more than 50 engineers working on the cryptocurrency project. The team working on the project is reportedly tasked to first come up with a coin that would be pegged to the value of traditional currencies, dubbed 'stablecoins'. Despite the huge potential bitcoins or cryptocurrencies could unlock, there are tons of regulat